From the corners of the Nurburgring to the streets of downtown London, the all-new MINI John Cooper Works hatchbacks, both gasoline and electric, are ready to tear down asphalt with performance expected from a hot hatch.
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The all-new Mini John Cooper Works range starts at 33,265 Pounds for the petrol hatchback, 37,535 Pounds for the petrol cabrio, and 34,905 Pounds for the first-ever John Cooper Works electric hatchback, all including additional costs. Whichever JCW model you're on, you will be greeted by dynamics that made them winners at the Nurburgring 24-hour race, whatever the heck the MINI-verse said.
It's important not to confuse these vehicles with the standard JCW Trim variants, as they are fully equipped JCW cars that come with sport-tuned dynamics, distinguishing them from their regular counterparts. They maintain the familiar MINI appearance but feature aggressive aerodynamic enhancements. The dashboard includes a round 9.4-inch OLED touchscreen that incorporates JCW-exclusive features suited for track days, along with sports seats and other elements that might be considered too much information (TMI).
The petrol-powered John Cooper Works hatchback and cabrio are powered by a turbocharged 2.0L petrol engine that produces 231PS of power. Mated only with a 7-speed DCT, the hatchback does 0-62mph in 6.1 seconds and is electronically limited to 155mph. The cabrio is slower than the hatchback because of its 0-62mph time of less than seven seconds and 147mph of top speed.
The John Cooper Works Electric, meanwhile, features a 49.2 kWh battery pack and an electric motor at the front, producing 258PS of power and 350Nm of torque. It does 0-62mph in less than six seconds and has a top speed of over 124mph. As for the driving range, it's good from 226 to 250 miles.
MINI claims that JCW cars offer drivers the exhilarating go-kart feeling, but these new models possess even more qualities. The sport-tuned dynamics make them both tamer and more aggressive than their predecessors. The petrol-powered variants deliver a lively experience, while the electric version may leave you reaching for ibuprofen and paracetamol. Nonetheless, these impressive dynamics helped the JCW win the 2024 Nurburgring 24-hour endurance race, and now you can experience one whether you're in London or at Silverstone.
As expected, the new JCW lineup features 12 ultrasonic sensors and four surround-view cameras that take advantage of its Parking Assistant and optional Parking Assistant Plus systems. It even comes with autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and Remote 360, among others.
The new Mini John Cooper Works range elevates the MINI to new heights with its Nurburgring-winning dynamics and sporty features. Whether you love them or hate them, these hot hatchbacks are too exciting to ignore.
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